💎 Farewells, Frights & Festivities (Issue #160)

Your Local Weekend Planner

Author

Max Carone
October 29, 2026

Good Morning,

Welcome to another issue of our Community Memo where we share fun things to do around town every week.

Let’s get to it!

⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

69° 🌡️ 48° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 - 10 mph

Saturday

67° 🌡️ 52° | 🌤️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 - 10 mph

Sunday

68° 🌡️ 52° | 🌦️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 5 - 10 mph

📅 EVENTS

👋 Yellow Cab Tavern Farewell Party

📅 Fri, Oct 30: 6 pm - 12 am
📍 Yellow Cab Tavern, Dayton
💰 Free

Yellow Cab Tavern is closing its doors, but not without one last hurrah! Head over for an open stage hosted by Windsor and Paige Beller — bring your best song, story, or favorite memory to share in a five-minute slot.

Enjoy DJ sets from Evan, Barry, and Juliet of WYSO/Novaphonic, then dance the night away with Tyebee’s grand finale. This is your final chance to celebrate Yellow Cab’s legacy — no cover, all ages welcome. Learn more here.

 

💀 Dia De Muertos Festival

📅 Sat, Oct 31: 12 - 4 pm
📍 Dayton Metro Library - Downtown Branch
💰 Free

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Dayton Metro Library and connect over vibrant traditions of honoring loved ones. Explore colorful altar displays, enjoy live music and dancing, and discover activities happening throughout the library.

This multicultural event is hosted by the Center for Community Impact & Innovation. Learn more here.

 

🍺 Halloween Bar Crawl

📅 Sat, Oct 31: 4 pm - 12 am
📍 Trolley Stop, Dayton
💰 Groups (4+): $25 / ticket
💰 Single: $30

Round up your crew and get ready for a frightfully fun Halloween bar crawl through Dayton! Show off your costume, sip on included drinks or shots, and enjoy no cover charges at every stop. Exclusive drink specials, food deals, and a custom crawl badge are all part of the package.

Snap pics with pro photographers, grab your stadium party cup and lanyard, and map your own spooky adventure. The night wraps with an epic after party — costumes are encouraged, and surprises lurk around every corner. Get your tickets here.

 

🥃 Bourbon & Bubbles

📅 Fri, Nov 6: 6:30 - 10:30 pm
📍 Dayton Art Institute
💰 VIP: $175
💰 Non-Member: $125
💰 Member: $95

Sip, savor, and celebrate at Bourbon & Bubbles, the Dayton Art Institute’s sparkling signature event! Sample handcrafted bourbons and bubbly from over two dozen vendors, and enjoy gourmet bites from Bernstein’s Fine Catering. Each ticket includes multiple tastings, with a cash bar for extra options.

VIP guests get early access, exclusive specialty sips, and extra tasting punches. Don’t miss your chance to win prizes in the Bourbon & Bubbles raffle. Secure your spot here.

 

🛍️David’s Bazaar & Handmade Arts and Crafts Show

📅 Sat, Nov 7: 9 am - 3 pm
📍 David’s Cemetery, Kettering
💰 Free

Kick off your holiday shopping with a homespun touch at the annual Holiday Bazaar. Browse handmade arts and crafts booths filled with one-of-a-kind gifts and festive décor, all created by local and regional artisans.

Treat yourself to a homemade brunch and pick up some sweet treats at the bake sale. Support local makers and get in the holiday spirit! Learn more here.

 

🚂 Dayton Train Show

📅 Sat, Nov 7: 11 am - 5 pm
📅 Sun, Nov 8: 11 am - 4 pm
📍 Mont Co Fairgrounds, Dayton
💰 Adults: $10
💰 12 & Under: Free

All aboard for Dayton’s 50th train show! Explore over 20 model railroad displays and check out hundreds of tables loaded with locomotives, rolling stock, hobby tools, and railroad memorabilia.

Meet vendors and custom modelers from across the region, and get hands-on with demos led by top-notch experts. Perfect for curious newcomers and longtime rail fans alike.

 

🛩️ After Dark: Bombers & Brews

📅 Sat, Nov 7: 6 - 10 pm
📍 Air Force Museum, Dayton
💰 $45

Sip, dance, and discover at Bombers & Brews, an adults-only evening at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Enjoy live music, trivia with prizes, and get your caricature drawn while snacking on heavy hors d’oeuvres and exploring rare artifacts not usually on display.

It’s a chance to experience the Museum after hours and see aviation history come alive in a whole new way. Get your tickets here.

 

🥃 Freedom Whiskey Veterans Day Celebration

📅 Sat, Nov 7: 6 - 11 pm
📍 Miamisburg Moose Lodge
💰 $50+

Gather for an evening of gratitude and camaraderie at Freedom Whiskey’s 9th Annual Veterans Day Celebration. Enjoy a catered dinner from Heather’s Café, desserts by Five Loaves Bakery, and live music — plus two drink tickets per guest and a cash bar.

Honor U.S. Navy SEAL (Ret.) Thomas “Drago” Dzieran, this year’s Freedom Whiskey Veteran of the Year, whose inspiring story spans from political prisoner to decorated American hero. Support Warriors on Wheels Cycling and Joseph House through raffles, a bourbon pull, silent auction, and a live painting experience.

 

🎲 AcadeCon 2026

📅 Fri, Nov 13: 8 am - 11 pm
📅 Sat, Nov 14: 8 am - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Nov 15: 8 am - 6 pm
📍 Dayton Convention Center
💰 $20+

Grab your dice and gather your crew — AcadeCon is back for its 14th year at the Dayton Convention Center! This year, get ready for swashbuckling adventures and plenty of tabletop action, all in a family-friendly, inclusive setting.

Whether you’re into roleplaying, strategy games, or just want to meet fellow gamers, there’s a spot for everyone. Hosted by The RPG Academy, it’s all about gaming with friends, old and new.

 

♣️ America's Packard Museum Blackjack Ball

📅 Sat, Nov 14: 7 - 11 pm
📍 America's Packard Museum, Dayton
💰 General: $75
💰 VIP: $150
💰 Exclusive: $300

Step back into the Roaring Twenties at America’s Packard Museum’s annual Blackjack Ball. Enjoy casino games, live jazz, specialty cocktails, and a silent auction — all set among legendary mob-connected cars.

Explore the museum after dark, unwind in The Hideaway Lounge, and treat yourself at the Cigar Bar or pampering stations. There are three ticket tiers, each with extras like gaming chips, bourbon, exclusive tours, and VIP perks.

Ante up for an unforgettable night of vintage style and high-stakes fun — no real money, just plenty of prizes and surprises. Get your tickets here.

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See you next Thursday,

— Max

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